Tsukuba Gliderport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 14h 21m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Tsukuba Gliderport
Tsukuba Gliderport is a small airport in Chikusei, Japan. It observes Asia/Tokyo local time. The nearest airport is Makabe Gliderport (JP-0333), about 1.7 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOKYO ACA-3 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | FL240 |
| UTSUNOMIYA ACA-1 | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| TOKYO ACA-2 | Class E | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | FL170 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Japan airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| つくば三井ビル | 289 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,844 ft | — |
| ウインドパワーつくば風力発電所 | — | 1,713 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Tsukuba Gliderport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tsukuba Gliderport located?
Tsukuba Gliderport is small airport located in Chikusei, Japan.
What time zone is Tsukuba Gliderport in?
Tsukuba Gliderport is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Tsukuba Gliderport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Tsukuba Gliderport is approximately 8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Tsukuba Gliderport?
The nearest airport to Tsukuba Gliderport is Makabe Gliderport (JP-0333), about 1.7 nm to the nne, followed by Akeno Auxiliary Airfield and Sekijo Auxiliary Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Tsukuba Gliderport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.